Sterling Middle School
399 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Sterling Middle School is located at 1177 Pawnee Street in Sterling, Colorado, and serves as a key educational institution within the RE-1 Valley School District. The school provides a focused learning environment for students in the middle grades, emphasizing both academic development and personal growth during these formative years. As a central part of the Sterling community, the school is dedicated to preparing its students for the transition to high school by offering a curriculum designed to build foundational skills in core subjects while fostering social responsibility.
Beyond its academic offerings, Sterling Middle School prioritizes creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities and school programs. By maintaining a connection to the local Sterling community, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students develop critical thinking, character, and school spirit. The facility on Pawnee Street acts as a community hub that supports the educational needs of the local youth and emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between staff, families, and the student body.
Beyond its academic offerings, Sterling Middle School prioritizes creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in various extracurricular activities and school programs. By maintaining a connection to the local Sterling community, the school aims to provide a well-rounded experience that helps students develop critical thinking, character, and school spirit. The facility on Pawnee Street acts as a community hub that supports the educational needs of the local youth and emphasizes the importance of a collaborative partnership between staff, families, and the student body.
399
Total Students
17.2
Full-Time Teachers
23.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
57.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 246 |
| Hispanic | 127 |
| Black | 10 |
| Asian | 3 |
| Two or More | 9 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White246 (61.7 %)
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Hispanic127 (31.8 %)
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Black10 (2.5 %)
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Two or More9 (2.3 %)
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Asian3 (0.8 %)
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American Indian2 (0.5 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | School District No. Re-1 Valley |
| Phone: | (970)522-1041 |
| Website: | http://re1valleyco.sites.thrillshare.com/o/sterling-middle-school |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 399 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 17.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 23.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 203 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 26 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
141
Grade 7
122
Grade 8
136
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 141 |
| Grade 7 | 122 |
| Grade 8 | 136 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 182 | 45.6% |
| Male | 217 | 54.4% |